MODEL REFERENCE

instax mini Link

14 errors · 14 troubleshooting topics · 24 guides

The checks and guides below come from the official manuals for this model.

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Errors and indicators

Light patterns and messages documented in the manual

Find the indicator lights

Original mini Link front/rear controls and indicator locations.

—Blue steady LED

Connected to the app in Print mode.

—Orange steady LED

Connected to the app in Fun mode.

—Pink steady LED

Connected to the app in instax Camera mode.

—White wave-like flashing LED

Connected to the app on an operation screen.

—White flashing LED

Firmware is being updated.

—Purple steady LED

Reprinting.

—Rainbow flashing LED

An image is being transferred.

—Flashing LED during printing

Printing. During printing, the flashing LED color changes according to the main colors of the transferred image.

—Yellow steady LED

A critical error occurred. The guide gives the error class without a separate remedy; no remedy is inferred.

—Yellow quickly flashing LED

A non-critical error occurred. The guide gives the error class without a separate remedy; no remedy is inferred.

—Yellow slowly flashing LED

A minor error occurred. The guide gives the error class without a separate remedy; no remedy is inferred.

—Red flashing LED

Charging.

—Green flashing LED

Charging is almost complete.

—Green steady LED while on and disconnected

Charged when the printer is on and not connected to the app.

Troubleshooting

Find the problem you are experiencing

Cannot turn on the printer2 checks

Battery may be uncharged.: Charge the printer.
Power may not have been held long enough.: Press and hold Power for approximately 1 second.

Battery loses charge quickly1 check

A very cold environment drains the battery quickly.: Keep the printer warm before printing.

Power cuts off during use1 check

Battery level may be low.: Charge the printer.

Charging does not start1 check

USB power adapter connection may be incorrect.: Make sure the adapter plug is properly connected to the outlet.

Charging takes too long1 check

Temperature is low.: Charging may take longer at low temperatures; the row supplies no separate remedy.

Charging stops during charging1 check

Charging temperature may be outside the permitted range.: Charge between+5°C and+40°C. If it cannot charge in that range, contact your FUJIFILM dealer or support center.

Printer does not function normally2 checks

A temporary malfunction may have occurred.: Press Reset. If it still does not function normally, contact the repair service center.
Battery may be uncharged.: Charge the printer.

Film pack does not load correctly2 checks

Film may be incompatible.: Use only FUJIFILM instax mini Instant Film; other films cannot be used.
Yellow alignment marks may be misaligned.: Align the pack’s yellow mark with the printer’s yellow mark, then load it.

Film does not unload2 checks

Shock, vibration or dropping may have misaligned the film.: Load a new film pack.
Film may be jammed.: Turn the printer off and on. If the problem persists, remove the jammed film and load a new pack.

Some or all finished prints are white1 check

Opening the door with film remaining exposes it and turns it white.: Do not open the film door until all film is used.

Print is uneven2 checks

Fresh prints may have been disturbed.: Do not shake, bend, fold or hold a print immediately after printing.
Ejection slot may be obstructed.: Do not obstruct the film ejection slot.

Cannot reprint images1 check

Turning off deletes the last stored printed image.: The row gives this cause without a separate remedy; no remedy is inferred.

Cannot change app mode1 check

App-linked controls may be disabled or orientation wrong.: Set Camera operation settings to ON to enable the smartphone app-linked function. Check printer orientation.

Tilting the printer does not work1 check

App-linked controls may be disabled.: Confirm Camera operation settings is ON.

Guides

Before use

Instructions from the manual

Before first use3 steps

Check that the supplied USB charging cable BOD 700 and User’s Guide are included.
Fully charge the battery before first use; it is not fully charged when shipped.
Read the Important Safety Notice before use.

Notes on disposing of the printer

Instructions from the manual

Printer disposal9 steps

The printer contains a built-in lithium-ion battery.
Do not attempt to remove it: injury may result.
Follow local disposal regulations.
Refer to the supplied CONTACT INFORMATION sheet; if your country or region is absent, contact your local distributor.
In the EU and other European countries with separate collection, take used electrical/electronic equipment to an applicable recycling collection point rather than household waste.
Ask the city office, household waste service or retailer for details.
Outside the EU, ask local authorities for the correct disposal method.
The crossed-out battery symbol means batteries/accumulators are not household waste.
The guide states EEE directive compliance for Turkey.

Part names

Instructions from the manual

Parts and controls5 steps

The front diagram identifies the film ejection slot, Power button/LED, USB port cover, USB port and Reset button.
The rear identifies the film door lock and film door.
Fully charge before first use.
Pages 4 and 6 explain the LED indications.
If the printer does not work properly, press the Reset button to reset it.

Installing the app

Instructions from the manual

Installing the app4 steps

Install the mini Link Smartphone App before use: search Google Play Store on Android or App Store on iOS.
This 2019 guide specifies Android 5.0 or later with Google Play Store, or iOS 10.0 or later.
A smartphone may still be unsupported despite meeting these minimum requirements.
Check the instax mini Link app download site for the latest requirements; these are historical guide requirements, not current compatibility assurances.

Charging the battery

Instructions from the manual

Charging the battery9 steps

Attach the USB plug correctly in the orientation shown in the manual figure.
Connect the printer with the supplied USB charging cable to a USB AC adapter, then connect the adapter to an indoor power outlet.
Printing is possible while charging.
Charging takes approximately 80–120 minutes, depending on temperature and remaining charge.
Fully charge before first use.
The battery cannot be removed.
Charge within+5°C to+40°C: below+5°C or above+40°C it will not charge.
Charging takes longer below+10°C or above+35°C.
Promptly unplug the cable once fully charged.

Connect the supplied USB cable in the shown orientation, then connect the adapter to an indoor outlet.

Charging from a computer3 steps

Connect the printer directly to the PC, without a USB hub or keyboard.
If the PC sleeps, charging stops; exit sleep mode and reconnect the cable to continue.
Charging may be unavailable because of the PC’s specifications, settings or condition.

Battery status indication with the led

Instructions from the manual

Battery LED states2 steps

When not connected to the app, red steady means low remaining battery; green steady means the battery is over halfway charged.
When connected to a smartphone, battery status can also be checked in the app.

Charging status indication with the led

Instructions from the manual

Charging LED states4 steps

Red flashing means charging.
Green flashing means charging is almost complete.
Green steady means charged when the printer is on and not connected to the app.
With the printer off, the LED goes out when charged.

Loading/unloading the instax mini film pack

Instructions from the manual

Film pack precautions8 steps

Do not open the film door until all film is used: remaining film would be exposed and turn white, making it unusable.
Never press the two rectangular holes on the back of a pack while loading.
Never use expired film; it may damage the printer.
Use only FUJIFILM instax mini Instant Film; instax SQUARE and WIDE cannot be used.
Each pack contains a black protective cover and 10 film sheets.
Keep it in the inner foil packaging until ready to load.
Closing the door ejects the protective cover automatically.
Follow the film’s instructions and warnings.

Loading the film pack

Instructions from the manual

Loading the film pack6 steps

Slide and hold the film door lock, then open the film door.
Insert the pack with its yellow marks aligned with the yellow marks on the printer body.
Be sure both yellow marks align.
Close the film door.
The black protective cover ejects automatically.
Remove and dispose of it.

Unloading a used film pack

Instructions from the manual

Unloading a used film packView

After using all film, slide and hold the film door lock, then open the film door. Grasp the rectangular holes on the empty pack and remove the empty cartridge.

Turning on/off the printer

Instructions from the manual

Turning the printer on or off3 steps

Press and hold the Power button for approximately 1 second to turn the printer on or off.
The LED lights when switched on.
If no operation occurs for roughly 10 minutes, it switches off automatically.

When connecting to the printer for the first time

Instructions from the manual

First connection and printing17 steps

Press and hold Power for approximately 1 second to turn on; the LED lights.
Open the mini Link app.
Read the terms of use, check Agree to this content, then tap Agree to this content →.
Read the quick instructions and tap I Understood →.
Set Bluetooth Connection to Later; it can also be set during printing.
These screens are the selected 2019 guide’s app flow.
Select the image to print.
Tap the illustrated print icon or swipe up.
Before printing, the lower-right adjustment icon adjusts the image and the lower-left filter icon filters it.
If Bluetooth is off, tap Please turn on Bluetooth to open its settings, then turn Bluetooth on.
When a printer is detected, tap Connect.
If several are detected, choose the intended printer from the list; its device name is on the bottom.
After connection, tap Close.
Tap the print icon again.
Printing starts.
When the film has ejected and the printer stops making a sound, hold the film edge and remove it.
The app shows the remaining film count.

When the printer and smartphone are already connected

Instructions from the manual

Printing with an existing connection8 steps

Press and hold Power for approximately 1 second to turn on; the LED lights.
Open the mini Link app.
Select the image to print.
Tap the print icon or swipe up.
Printing starts.
Before printing, the lower-right adjustment icon adjusts the image and the lower-left filter icon filters it.
When the film has ejected and the printer stops making a sound, hold the film edge and remove it.
The app shows the remaining film count.

Reprinting an image

Instructions from the manual

Reprinting an image4 steps

Turn the printer over with the film ejection slot facing down and press the Power button to reprint the last printed image.
Keep at least 10 cm between the printer and other objects when reprinting this way.
Reprinting is unavailable when connected to the app in instax Camera mode.
Turning off deletes the last stored printed image; in that case, print the image from the app.

Turn the original mini Link with its film slot down, then press the front Power button to reprint.

Changing the app mode when the home screen is selected on the app

Instructions from the manual

Changing Print and Fun modes6 steps

With the printer linked to the smartphone/tablet app, set Camera operation settings to ON; the linked function is unavailable when OFF.
These are the selected guide’s app controls.
On the app home screen, stand the printer upright to switch to Print mode.
Lay it down with Power facing upward to switch to Fun mode.
Orientation changes mode only on the home screen.
The app’s Fun mode and Print mode buttons can be used regardless of the selected mode.

Controlling zoom and shutter when using the instax camera on the app

Instructions from the manual

Camera zoom and shutter control4 steps

With Camera operation settings ON and the printer linked to the app, tilt it forward to zoom in and backward to zoom out.
Press Power to release the shutter.
Refer to the mini Link app FAQ for details.
These are guide-specific controls.

Important safety notice

Instructions from the manual

When to stop using the printer5 steps

Immediately unplug the USB cable, turn off and cease use if the printer becomes hot, smokes, smells burnt or functions abnormally, or if it falls into water or foreign objects enter.
The built-in battery must not be heated, thrown into fire, dropped or subjected to impact: the printer could explode.
Never disassemble or attempt self-repair; injury may result.
If dropped/damaged with internals visible, do not touch them; contact your FUJIFILM dealer.
Do not touch parts inside the back cover.

Safe printer handling6 steps

Handle the printer and film correctly and print only as instructed in the guide and film instructions.
Keep the guide for reference.
Never get the printer wet or handle it with wet hands; electric shock may result.
Promptly unplug USB after full charge.
Keep away from small children.
Do not cover or wrap the printer or AC adapter with cloth or a blanket: heat buildup can distort the casing or cause fire.

Printer care

Instructions from the manual

Printer care10 steps

Do not open the film door until all exposures are used; otherwise remaining film is prematurely exposed and unusable.
The printer is fragile.
Do not expose it to water, sand or gritty material.
Do not use solvents such as thinner or alcohol to remove dirt.
Keep the film chamber and interior clean to avoid damaging film; the guide supplies no cleaning agent or internal-disassembly procedure.
Do not leave in direct sunlight or hot places such as a car, or in damp places for prolonged periods.
Naphthalene/moth-repellent gas can affect printer and prints; store both safely and dry.
Operate within+5°C to+40°C.
Respect copyright, image rights, privacy, personal rights and public decency; violations or nuisance can be legally actionable.
The guide specifies household use, not commercial use.

Battery life

Instructions from the manual

Battery life and handling5 steps

At normal temperatures, the battery can be recharged about 300 times.
A noticeable reduction in how long it holds charge indicates end of service life.
The battery and body may feel warm after extended use; this is normal.
Certification marks are inside the film chamber.
Do not attempt battery removal.

Cautions during printing

Instructions from the manual

Cautions during printingView

Do not shake or drop the printer while printing. Do not cover the film ejection slot.

“instax mini” film and print care

Instructions from the manual

Film and print care15 steps

Follow the FUJIFILM instax mini film instructions for safe, proper use.
Keep film cool; do not leave it in extreme heat such as a closed car for many hours.
Do not puncture, tear or cut film; do not use damaged film.
Use loaded film as soon as possible.
Bring film stored in extreme heat or cold to room temperature before printing.
Use before the expiry/Use Before date.
Avoid checked-luggage inspection and strong X-rays, which may fog unused film.
Carry printer/film as cabin luggage and check with each airport.
Keep developed prints away from strong light, cool and dry.
Film contains a small amount of high-alkaline caustic paste.
Never allow children or animals to put it in their mouths.
Avoid contact with skin/clothing.
If paste touches skin/clothing, immediately wash with plenty of water.
If it touches eyes/mouth, immediately wash with plenty of water and contact a doctor.
The alkaline remains active for about 10 minutes after printing.

Bluetooth® devices: cautions

Instructions from the manual

Bluetooth cautions14 steps

Use only as part of a Bluetooth network.
Do not use for high-reliability applications such as medical or life-affecting systems.
In systems demanding greater reliability, take all necessary safety and malfunction-prevention precautions.
FUJIFILM and affiliates do not accept liability for unauthorized use.
Use only in the country of purchase and obey local Bluetooth regulations; conformity is country-specific.
FUJIFILM and affiliates do not accept liability for problems from use elsewhere.
Wireless images may be intercepted; transmitted-data security is not guaranteed.
Avoid magnetic fields, static electricity, radio interference and microwave ovens; nearby 2.4 GHz wireless equipment may cause mutual interference.
The transmitter uses 2.4 GHz with approximately 3.16 mW standard output.
The frequency is shared with commercial, educational and medical equipment, licensed transmitters and unlicensed low-voltage RFID tracing systems.
Confirm the RFID transmitter is not operating before use.
If the printer interferes with low-voltage RFID tracing systems, contact a FUJIFILM representative.
Disassembly/modification and removing certification labels may be punishable by law.
Contact an authorized FUJIFILM dealer for product inquiries.

Model details

Model and compatibility

Manufacturer: FUJIFILM Corporation, Japan; instax is the product brand.
Film: FUJIFILM instax mini Instant Film only;10sheets per pack. instax SQUARE and WIDE are unsupported.
Connectivity and charging: Bluetooth4.2 BLE; supplied USB cable BOD700 for charging. Charging approximately80–120minutes depending on temperature and remaining charge.
Dimensions and mass: 90.3×34.6×124.5mm excluding projecting parts; approximately209g excluding film pack.
Operating conditions: +5°C to+40°C;20–80% humidity without condensation. Non-removable internal lithium-ion battery.
Printing: JPEG,PNG,HEIF. Approximately12seconds from image recording to fed-out photo; approximately100prints from full charge depending on use.

Errors and indicators

Troubleshooting

Guides

Before use

Notes on disposing of the printer

Part names

Installing the app

Charging the battery

Battery status indication with the led

Charging status indication with the led

Loading/unloading the instax mini film pack

Loading the film pack

Unloading a used film pack

Turning on/off the printer

When connecting to the printer for the first time

When the printer and smartphone are already connected

Reprinting an image

Changing the app mode when the home screen is selected on the app

Controlling zoom and shutter when using the instax camera on the app

Important safety notice

Printer care

Battery life

Cautions during printing

“instax mini” film and print care

Bluetooth® devices: cautions

Model details

Model and compatibility

Related reviewed instructions

Manuals and sources